9 Of The World's Most Majestic Rivers In Peril: A River Runs Through It

Mother Nature Network:

Around 70 percent of the world’s fresh water is locked in the ice of Antarctica. Around 53,000 cubic miles of water passes through the planet's lakes and rivers, which are under constant assault from human encroachment. By the year 2025, 52 countries -- two-thirds of the world's population -- will likely experience water shortages, according to U.S. government data.

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Comments

[KIVPossum]

10:50 AM on 03/23/2012

Putting the Lama on a list with some of the truly great rivers in the world is beyond ridiculous. It's not much more than a good sized creek.